Falcon FN6KRM-2 manual

OWNER'S OPERATING MANUAL FN Series TM Rackmount UPS Plus ® Parallel or N+1 Redundant 3kVA to 24kVA Hardwire models with a 208-240Vac Input and 120Vac & 240Vac Outputs Uninterruptible Power Supply Models: FN3KRM-2, -2TX & -2TXI FN4KRM-2, -2TX & -2TXI FN5KRM-2, -2TX, & -2TXI FN6KRM-2, -2TX & -2TXI FALCON ® Electric, Inc., 5[...]

FN Rackmount Series Parallelable and N+1 Redundant UPS Features.. . . . 3 FN -2TXI Double-Conversion On-line UPS Block Diagram. . . . . 3 Important Safety Instructions (READ FIRST) .... .4 Chapter 1. Introduction 1.1 Manual Overview. .... ..5 1.2 Brief FN Overview. .... ..5 Chapter 2. FN UPS Circuit Descriptions Galvanically Isolated Output. . . . [...]

3 FN Series TM Parallelable and N+1 Redundant UPS Features FN -2TXI Model Double Conversion On-line UPS Block Diagram Parallel Mode and N+1 Redundant Mode Operation True Double Conversion On-Line Sinewave Design Output Galvanic Isolation LCD Display with Advanced Monitoring Remote Emergency Power Off (REPO) Option Input Power Factor Correction Wide[...]

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS RETAIN THIS USER MANUAL! This manual contains important instructions which must be followed during the installation, operation and maintenance of the FN Series UPS, battery banks transformer box and options. Please read all instructions before operating this equipment and save this manual for f[...]

5 1.0 INTRODUCTION Manual Overview This user manual has been written to provide basic information about Falcon FN Series -2TXI rackmount models. The FN Series is a rugged, double conversion, "on-line" UPS. It has galvanic output isolation config- ured for single or dual voltage output(s). The FN Series provides continuous power conditioni[...]

6 g. One Local Maintenance Bypass Switch. The switch is located on the transformer module rear panel and provides a manual means of placing the UPS into bypass mode to allow for servicing to be performed on the UPS and battery modules. 2.0 FN RACKMOUNT UPS CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONS Galvanically Isolated Output The FN -2TXI output isolation transformer m[...]

Battery Packs FN rackmount battery modules utilize flame retardant batteries. They consist of (20) 12V, 7AH valve-regulat- ed, sealed lead acid (VRLA) batteries in each module (Yuasa NP7-12). See replacement instructions on page 34. To maintain the optimum battery life, the UPS should be installed in an environment with an ambient temperature of 68[...]

8 3.0 UNPACKING THE UPS AND BATTERY BANK Due to their size and weight the FN rackmount UPS, battery and transformer modules are packaged inside shipping cartons that are secured to a shipping pallet. Removal of the UPS, transformer and battery bank modules should never be attempted by one person. Upon unpacking the UPS, transformer or battery bank,[...]

9 4.0 PRE-INSTALLATION DETAILS Falcon Electric, Inc. is not responsible for shipping damage or for filing shipping damage claims. Visually inspect the equipment for freight damage. If any equipment has been damaged during shipment, retain the shipping pallet and packing materials for inspection by the carrier, and immediately file a claim for “sh[...]

4.2 UPS Input Power Requirements a. VERIFY THE PROPER UPS INPUT POWER IS AVAILABLE (for each UPS installed) FN3KRM-2TXI Input -- Hardwire, 208-240Vac, 50/60Hz, 20A, single-phase, 2 wire plus ground FN4KRM-2TXI Input -- Hardwire, 208-240Vac, 50/60Hz, 30A, single-phase, 2 wire plus ground FN5KRM-2TXI Input -- Hardwire, 208-240Vac, 50/60Hz, 30A, singl[...]

4.4 UPS Output Rating Details a. VERIFY THE LOAD TO BE CONNECTED DOES NOT EXCEED THE UPS OUTPUT RATING for the single or combined paralleled UPS units. (1) FN3KRM-2TXI Not N+1 Hardwire, 120/240Vac, 2,100W, split-phase, 3 wire plus ground (2) FN3KRM-2TXI Not N+1 4,200W N+1 2,100W (3) FN3KRM-2TXI Not N+1 6,300W N+1 4,200W (4) FN3KRM-2TXI Not N+1 8,40[...]

4.6 Output Transformer Module Hardwire Terminal Block Wiring Details 12 4.7 UPS Module Hardwire Terminal Block Wiring Details[...]

4.8 System Installation Wiring Diagram (single rackmount UPS system) 4.9 System Installation Wiring Diagram (typical multiple parallel UPS units, Rackmount) 13 4.10 UPS & Transformer Modules Communications Bus Cabling Use one UA88385 parallel communications bus cabling kit for each UPS to be connected to the system output trans- former module o[...]

4.11 External Battery Charger Option Installation Wiring Detail (Typical UPS unit with optional FN6KBC-5A-2, for use with external battery banks only) FN6KBC-5A-2 5 Amp External Battery Charger Module FN6KBC-5A-2 Battery Charger Module Terminal Block Wiring Details Battery Charger Module/UPS System Wiring Diagram 14[...]

2. When the LCD is in the “Display Programmed Settings” mode, depressing the Function Button will return the LCD to normal mode. The LCD display will also return to “Normal Mode” automatically after 30 seconds of button inactivity. Previous Page/Change Setting Button 1. When the LCD display is in “Normal Mode”, repeated pressing of this[...]

Next Page Button 1. When the LCD display is in “Normal Mode”, repeated pressing of this button will sequence down through the input/output/battery parameters and readings. 2. When the UPS is displaying “OFF” or “BPS”, depressing the “Next Page” and “Function” buttons at the same time will place the UPS into “Programming Mode?[...]

5.4 LCD Display Overview LCD Display 5.5 LCD Icon Descriptions 1. Bypass input is out of tolerance, UPS failed to transfer to bypass, or bypass input is out of tolerance when the UPS is in Economy/Green Mode. 2. Utility loss or the utility input is out of tolerance. 3. UPS lost inverter output and transferred to bypass. 4. Battery voltage is out of[...]

Er04 -- Error code 04 indicates the UPS inverter has malfunctioned. Contact Falcon Service. Er05 -- Error code 05 indicates the UPS batteries are weak or dead and must be replaced. Call Falcon Service upon receiving the message for further instructions. Er06 -- Error code 06 indicates the UPS output has a short circuit connected to it. Remove the c[...]

6.0 OPERATION The following sections outline the operation and programming of the FN -2TXI UPS models. Please read and understand them completely prior to connecting any equipment to the UPS output. 6.1 How to start up the UPS with utility power present 1. Verify the UPS input wiring is correct and connected to a live circuit. 2. Turn on the UPS an[...]

If the UPS passes the self-test, “OK” is displayed. If the UPS fails the self-test, “FAIL” is displayed alternately with an error code. Please note the error code and contact Falcon Service. The UPS is now turned on and in on-line inverter mode. Using an AC volt meter, verify the UPS input voltage measurement. 20[...]

6.2 How to start up the UPS without utility power present (Cold Start) 1. Press the “On” button for 6 seconds to awaken the UPS. The UPS will beep twice and display G below. Immediately upon G being displayed, press the “On” button for another 6 seconds. The UPS will beep twice again and sequence through H and I. After depressing the “On?[...]

6.5 How to display readings 1. The bypass input voltage is displayed immediately after the UPS and Bypass circuit breakers are turned on and has sequenced up to inverter mode as shown in I1. Depressing the “Next Page” button will change to display the utility frequency as shown in J below. The “b” denotes the reading is for the bypass. The [...]

Depress the “Next Page” button. The arrow next to the battery icon indicates the reading is for the battery voltage. Depress the “Next Page” button. The degree C symbol indicates the reading is for the internal UPS temperature. Depressing the “Next Page” button again will return the display to reading I1. 23[...]

24 6.6 How to Display Programmed Settings 1. The UPS must be turned on and operating in on-line inverter mode prior to attempting to read the “programmed settings”. 2. Depress the “Function” button and the following first function parameter will be displayed: The first function status displayed will be the audible alarm buzzer status. It is[...]

Note: The following functions are a continuation from the previous page. These functions can only be displayed and must have their settings changed using another programming method referenced later in the manual. As the other programming method requires turning the UPS off to perform, they are accessible here as a convenient reference while the UPS[...]

26 Fixed or constant frequency output mode: In normal mode the UPS output frequency will automatically be set to the utility frequency and is synchronized with that frequency. When set to cf50Hz mode, the UPS inverter output frequency will always be 50Hz. When set to cf60Hz mode, the UPS inverter output frequency will always be 60Hz. Setting the UP[...]

6.7 How to Change the Programmed Settings Note: The UPS must be placed into Off / Bypass mode prior to attempting to change the following parameter settings. 1. To enter programming mode depress the “On” and “Next Page” buttons at the same time and hold them down until the UPS sounds two beeps. The audible alarm status parameter setting wil[...]

The next parameter displayed shows the “bypass input voltage acceptable window” setting. The voltage window can be set to “Lo” (184-260Vac) or “Hi” (195-260Vac), which is shown below. To change the settings, depress the “Previous Page/Change Setting” button. To change to the alternate setting, press the button again. All setting cha[...]

29 The following V1, V2, V3 and V4 show the operational status setting of the UPS. This function may be set to one of four modes. “Normal”: which indicates none of the other modes are set. The Economy/Green Mode: indicates the UPS will automatically transfer to bypass mode to save energy, should the output load drop below 10% of the UPS output [...]

30 The next parameter displayed shows the UPS unit address. If only one UPS is being used, the address should be set to “d0” as shown. If multiple parallel UPS units are connected on a parallel configu- ration of 6, 12, 18 or 24kVA, or 6, 12, 18kVA N+1 operation, the units would be addressed “d0”, “d1”, “d2” and “d3”. See the pa[...]

31 6.8 How to Use the Maintenance Bypass Switch Located on the Rear Panel IMPORTANT: Improper use of the internal Maintenance Bypass Switch will void the equipment warranty. The following instructions must be followed whenever this switch is used. 1. Press the”Off/Bypass” button for 5 seconds to place the UPS into bypass mode. 2. On the rear of[...]

7.0 COMMUNICATIONS All FN models are provided with the following communication ports: RS-232 port with standard DB-9F serial port connector located on the UPS module rear panel. Two advanced communications option slots are provided on the rear panel of the UPS module. Unless an advanced communications option board has been previously purchased and [...]

The supplied Falcon RS-232 interface cable pin designations are as follows: The computer RS-232 Port settings should be set to the following: 7.3 Optional Remote Emergency Power Off (REPO) A two-pin REPO connector (green connector) is located on the UPS module rear panel. The connector is shipped with no jumper wire installed, and is a normally ope[...]

UA88382 USB Interface Option Card This option card supports the connection of (1) USB interface cable for use with UPSilon remote monitoring, management and unattended O/S shutdown software. UA88383 Dry Contact Interface Option Card This card provides dry contact closure signals for UPS on bypass, utility normal, inverter on, low battery, abnormal [...]

8.0 MAINTENANCE T he FN Series UPS requires very little maintenance. The batteries are located inside the battery module and consist of (20) Yuasa 12V, 7AH or equivalent, sealed, VRLA, maintenance-free, lead-acid batteries. Batteries must be kept recharged to prevent excessive self-discharging, which may result in their premature failure. When conn[...]

9.0 PARALLEL MODE OPERATION 9.1 How to configure FN rackmount models for transformer module, parallel or N+1 mode operation. Up to (4) like kVA FN model UPS units may be connected to their respective transformer modules and/or in parallel, in single UPS increments, to provide a single 3-24kVA UPS output a true N+1 redundant output. This is accompli[...]

10.0 ENVIRONMENTAL 10.1 Recycling the Used Battery Packs NEVER discard the UPS module, the UPS battery module, the transformer module or batteries in the trash. Contact your local recycling or hazardous waste center for information on proper disposal of the used battery pack and batteries. The entire spent battery packs may be returned to the Falco[...]

11.0 TECHNICAL SUPPORT In the event your FN Series UPS requires service or should any other technical support be required, write, call, fax or email Falcon Service. Falcon Electric, Inc. 5106 Azusa Canyon Road Irwindale, CA. 91706 Service 800.842.6940 Voice 626.962.7770 Fax 626.962.7720 Email: service@falconups.com WWW.FALCONUPS.COM Please have you[...]

39 FALCON ELECTRIC, INC. NEW PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY Limited Warranty: Falcon warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment by Falcon. Procedures: Any defective product must be returned to Falcon. No product can be returned without first obtaining a Return Mate[...]

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